Northwestern State University of Louisiana

Northwestern State University is a responsive, student-oriented institution that is committed to the creation, dissemination, and acquisition of knowledge through teaching, research, and service. The University maintains as its highest priority excellence in teaching in graduate and undergraduate programs. Northwestern State University will prepare its students to become productive members of society and will promote economic development and improvements in the quality of life of the citizens in its region.

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School Details

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Public, Coed 1884 N/A Semester N/A College Avenue, Natchitoches, LA 71497 (318) 357-6011
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Louisiana Natchitoches 474 475

Tuition & Expenses

Title Value
Room and board $8,684 (2017-18)

Scholarships

Title Value
Average need-based scholarship or grant award (freshmen) $7,672
Students who received need-based scholarship or grant aid (freshmen) 72%
Average non-need-based scholarship or grant award (freshmen) $3,666
Average non-need-based athletic scholarship or grant award (freshmen) $9,389

Financial Aid

Title Value
Used GI Bill benefits to partially or fully finance tuition and fees N/A
Average total indebtedness of 2016 graduating class $41,500
Graduating students who have borrowed (any loan type, 2016) 64%

Jobs

Title Value
Average need-based self-help aid award (freshmen) $5,652
Students who received need-based self-help aid (freshmen) 50%